Welcome to the Brooklyn Meadows Softball League official website. Featuring both Summer and Fall seasons, BMSL has enjoyed a tradition of competitive modified-fast pitch softball since 1991.

Rounders vs Sick Fish: Game one was a one sided affair as Chris D. pitched a one hitter and held the Fish to three baserunners (2 errors) total in a 13-0, 7 inning Rounders. Game two was a much closer contest. Down 8-7 in the bottom of the seventh Sick Fish rallied to load the bases with two out, but a clutch effort by Joey S. (pitcher) ended the inning and Rounders advanced to round two.

Tribe vs Ruckus: Ruckus upsets the Tribe in three games. The third and decisive game went to the ninth inning.

Los Muchachos vs Canarsie Indians: Tied at 0-0 in the seventh inning of game one, Los Muchachos puts up a three spot. In the bottom of the inning the Indians scored two and loaded the bases before making the final out, coming up short at 3-2.

Thunder vs Linea: Thunder wins two close games over Linea. The first game took an extra inning as Thunder scores a walk off run in the bottom of the eighth. Game two was another close affair with Thunder winning 6-4.

Rude Boyz vs Instant Classic: These two teams played a classic game in game one of the series. The game took 14 innings to complete with the Rude Boyz getting two in the top of the 14th to take game one. Undaunted, Instant Classic would show their metal as they went on to win the next two games by scores of 8-5 and 5-1.

If you would like to see your highlights here, email them to Jake (jakepac615@aol.com)

The Summer Season Playoff Season is winding down, but there is more softball to be played. The BMSL Fall season is around the corner. The meetings for the fall league will be held at the Brooklyn Indoor Sports Complex (800 3rd Ave.) at 7:30pm. The first three meetings are as follows:

1) Thursday 8/14/2008

2) Tuesday 8/19/2008

3)Tuesday 8/26/200

As always space is limited. For more info. contact Tony Ferrazzo (917-721-1114)

   Managers this is just a quick reminder regarding the All-Star Game. It will be played on Sunday 7/27 at Six Diamonds Field #6 at 1:30. The break down will be as follows, the "C" East and "D" North will play as one team and "C" West and "D" South will play as their opponent. Captains please select two players from your team to participate in the game. Please select people who are going to attend. It's kind of pointless to elect a guy because he deserves it, only to have him not show up.

   Also please contact Tony Ferrazzo (917-721-1114) and let him know how many players and spectators you will be bringing to the game. There will be food and raffles. The playoffs start the first week of August. Good Luck and enjoy the All-Star game.

We are saddened to announce the passing of longtime league member and friend Francisco Castill. Frank a long time pitcher for Bad News will be missed. Frank’s passing came on Monday at age 50, after a lengthy battle with cancer. An asset to the league and the community, Frank was an avid player and a fan of all sports. On behalf of Tony, the league and myself, I would like to pass on our deepest condolences to his son Nicholas (Bad News Manager) and the entire Castill family.

It has been brought to my attention (and rightfully so) that teams have not played enough divisional games. At the meeting before the season, I assured teams that there would be a sufficient amount of divisional play. To this point in the season that has not been the case. This is due in large part to the fact that teams don’t want to play out of their preferred time slot and away from their preferred fields, it has been difficult to say the least to accomplish the goal of divisional play. Starting next week (6/8/08) and throughout the remainder of the season, I will be emphasizing divisional play for those teams that have not played a minimum of 60 – 65% of division games. This means that team will have to be more flexible in regards to where and when they play. But in order to preserve the integrity of the league this is a necessary step.

Finally I personally think that the idea of a five week at a time of even full schedule should be revisited for next season. It would alleviate much of this problem. Please remember that when you list the times and fields that you prefer, it is not a guarantee. It is merely a guideline. I make my best effort to accommodate teams on a weekly basis, but there must be balance in the schedule.

The league is scheduled to have an off day on Memorial Day weekend (5/25). However, if you would like to play please contact either Tony or Jake to be added to the make-up schedule. If you have had a bye or missed games for any reason, you are strongly urged to use this opportunity to play make-up games.

Pleas mail rosters to Tony Ferrazzo 2047 Oakmere drive, Baldwin, NY 11510.

There has been some confusion with the HE and DH rules in the early part of the season. So in an effort to clear this matter up we would like to offer the following explainations.

The EH (Extra Hitter) CANNOT enter the field to play a position. The only exception to this rule is in the event of as injury. In the event of an injury and there are no possible replacements available the EH will be permitted to replace the injured player. The injured player will be then removed from the line-up and not be allowed to play. There are no automatic outs in this example. The line-up will adjust and play will continue with no penalty to the team. The EH must be in the line-up at the start of the game and CANNOT be added after the first pitch of the game.

THE DH (Designated Hitter) is a batter that hits for any position player (Pitcher,SS, CF etc...) who is playing defense in the field but not hitting. The DH must be declared at the begining for the game and CANNOT be added after that point.

Hello captains, just a reminder; there are just three registration meetings remaining for the BMSL summer season. All teams are welcome to attend the meetings on Thursday March 20^th and the 27^th. There will be no meeting on April 3^rd, setting up the final league meeting on April 10^th. During the meeting on 4/10 we will hold our annual lottery event. At that time the league’s divisions will be selected. There will also be a vote on bunting and any other league issues will be addressed at that time. It is required that every team have AT LEAST ONE representative present to vote on any topics and get any info. That is available.

Finally if you are an individual looking for a team to play on please contact Tony Ferrazzo at 917-721-1114.

League Fees must be paid in full before week four of the regular season. Any teams that have not paid by that time will not be scheduled to play games. Please contact Tony to make arrangements for payment. Or mail a check or money order made payable to Carmen Ferrazzo.

The Brooklyn Meadows Weeknight mens modified softball league is currently accepting team registrations. The league (formerly called the Insurance Softball League) will play approximately 12 games on dirt fields in Red Hook. Opening Day is May 2 and spaces are limited.  The Sunday Summer league play a 14 week double header schedule (weather permitting) with playoffs and All-Star game. There are four divisions for all skill levels. All teams planning on joining either league must attend one of the following upcoming meetings. Also, be sure to check out the "handouts" section for a complete registration fact sheet.

1st Registration Meeting: Thursday, February 21 @ 7:30pm (New Teams only)
2nd Registration Meeting: Thursday, February 28 @ 7:30pm (New Teams only)
3rd Registration Meeting: Thursday, March 13@ 7:30pm (All Teams welcomed)  4th Registration Meeting: Thursday, March 20 @ 7:30pm (New Teams only)
5th Registration Meeting: Thursday, March 27 @ 7:30pm (All Teams welcomed)
All Meetings will be held at Brooklyn Indoor Sports Center
800 3rd Avenue, Between 27th and 28th Streets

You must attend a meeting to register your team. A$250 deposit is required. For every team that you refer to the league, a $150 discount will be offered.
For more information, contact TONY FERRAZZO @ 917-721-1114 or call the BMSL hotline: 718-361-3242

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